Are we doing enough to make education safe for girls?
The systemic barriers that hinder girls’ pursuit of education have continued to remain deeply ingrained in our society.
1m ago
Falling through the cracks of the ‘normal’
There is something to be said about the innate process of otherising a person with disability, and pushing them out of the group of the ‘norm’ and into the group of the ‘exception’.
2m ago
Have we outgrown emotional intimacy?
An almost unavoidable part of discussing relationships in today’s world would be Gen Z's relationship terminology
9m ago
Women need better access to public restrooms
Many women do not feel safe visiting such facilities.
1y ago
Exploring the world of literary theory
"Get to know your people, and this way you will know yourself."
1y ago
My Dhaka: The many images of Dhaka metro rail
I have been using the metro rail service sporadically through the past couple of months, and I have to admit, I treat it like a bit of a luxury.
1y ago
October 15, 2020
Rewrite the Bro Code
If you are a man, you are already privileged. Put the privilege to good use.
October 2, 2020
Bangladeshi team wins MIT contest
A Bangladeshi team, Bioforge, was announced as one of the winners at this year’s prestigious MIT Solve Challenge. The team received Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation award for winning the “Maternal & Newborn Health” challenge, with their pitch for cost-effective and easy-to-assemble neonatal incubators for doctors with limited resources.
October 1, 2020
Bangladeshi team's neonatal incubator receives Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation award
The team won the competition's “Maternal & Newborn Health” challenge, with their pitch for cost-effective and easy-to-assemble neonatal incubators.
September 21, 2020
IUB’s project discusses significance of Bay of Bengal in post Covid-19 world
The webinar discussed important qualitative and quantitative factors of the Bay of Bengal and unravelled some valuable insights on the issues and approaches required.
August 20, 2020
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj: The Hero We Needed
Patriot Act brought about something extremely important to the youth: relatable and reliable political commentary.
July 23, 2020
All About Cakes
Cakes seem to bring everyone together. As I grew up, I realised it wasn't just the taste I enjoyed, it was the art that cakes are. It might sound funny or even dramatic to someone who doesn't understand the art that it is and the beauty it holds.
July 16, 2020
How Facebook has failed us
One of the major turning points leading to social media reaching the heights it has today was the creation of Facebook. However, the platform that we had such high hopes for has unfortunately let us (its users) down.
May 21, 2020
SALAMI HEIST
After all, what's Eid without the fight for salami?
May 7, 2020
OUR PLANET IN PERIL?
Ever since the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, horrifying news has become an overwhelming yet regular part of our lives.
April 16, 2020
Young Professionals at Risk
We spoke to a few young professionals about their experiences to better understand the situation they have been dealing with.
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